Executive Assistant

Job Title: Executive Assistant

Location: Nottinghamshire County Council

Job Type: Temporary (Sickness Cover)

Contract Duration: 24th March 2025 - 13th June 2025

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00)

Pay Rate: £15 per hour

IR35 Status: Inside IR35

We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level business support to the Corporate Leadership Team (CLT) at Nottinghamshire County Council. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-profile environment supporting senior leaders.

• Manage all communication into the CLT office, assessing and responding appropriately.

• Oversee diary management and scheduling for CLT members.

• Prepare reports, discussion documents, and correspondence on behalf of CLT.

• Liaise with senior stakeholders, elected representatives, and external partners.

• Conduct research and project work, presenting findings and recommendations.

• Organise, attend, and support corporate meetings and events.

• Arrange travel and ensure CLT members are well-prepared for appointments.

• Produce internal communications, including the Chief Executive's blog.

• Ensure efficient management of emails, phone calls, and letters.

• Maintain high-quality and timely documentation.

• Represent CLT professionally and handle tasks with initiative.

• Support and guide apprentices as required.

• Maintain secure, structured, and efficient office processes.

• NVQ Level 3 in Business/Management or equivalent experience.

• Understanding of challenges affecting Local Government and Public Sector.

• Knowledge of services provided by Nottinghamshire County Council.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Excellent problem-solving and organisational skills.

• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant systems.

• Providing executive support at a senior level.

• Working in a high-profile, fast-paced environment.

• Conducting research and data analysis.

• Engaging with senior stakeholders across large organisations.